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Ancient Cave Dwellings that Give a Sneak Peek of Fascinating Earlier Life!

Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde

It is located in southwestern Colorado near the community of Cortez. It is house to the famous cliff dwelling of the ancient anasazi people. In the 12th century, the Anasazi started constructing houses in shallow caves and under rock overhangs along the canyon walls.

Bandiagara Escarpment

Bandiagara Escarpment

It is a sandstone cliff in the Dogon country of Mali that rises almost 500 meters (1,640 ft) from the lower sandy flats below. These cliffs are known for ancient cave houses of tellem people.

Vardzia

Vardzia

Vardzia is situated in Georgia and this 12th century this cave was occupied by monks. This is one of the most visited sights of the country. Today also vardasia is maintained by monastery.

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